Search La Paz County Warrants

Bench warrants in La Paz County get issued in Parker when you fail to appear or violate orders. Sheriff William Ponce runs the Sheriff's Office in this western Arizona county that includes Parker, Quartzsite, and Salome. When a warrant is signed, it goes into the statewide system. Any cop who runs your name will see it. That means arrest during traffic stops. While Busted Mugshots shows old arrest photos, it won't tell you about active warrants. Call the Sheriff at 928-669-6141 for warrant info.

La Paz County Sheriff Records

The La Paz County Sheriff's Office is at 1109 W Arizona Ave in Parker. Main phone is 928-669-6141. You can email contact@lapazsheriff.org for general inquiries. The office website at lapazsheriff.org has contact information and details about services they offer.

Sheriff Ponce and his staff work with the courts to track active bench warrants throughout the county. When a warrant gets issued, deputies enter it into the system right away. That means law enforcement statewide can see it when they run your name. The Sheriff's Office can verify whether you have an active warrant if you call and provide your full name and date of birth. They'll tell you which court issued the warrant so you can contact the court to start the resolution process.

Note: Calling ahead before visiting in person ensures someone will be available to help with your warrant check or record request.

La Paz Superior Court Clerk

The La Paz County Superior Court Clerk maintains records for felony cases at 1316 Kofa Ave., Suite 607, in Parker. Phone number is 928-669-6131. This office handles all Superior Court record requests including warrant information for felony cases. When someone misses a felony court date, the judge issues a bench warrant that goes into the Clerk's system and then out to law enforcement databases.

The Superior Court Clerk's website explains their services and how to request records. You can find forms, contact details, and information about fees. Most record requests require payment. The Clerk's staff can search their system to verify if you have an active felony warrant from Superior Court.

Getting copies of court documents costs money based on the county's fee schedule. Simple warrant checks over the phone might not require fees, but official certified copies always do. If you need documents for legal purposes or background checks, expect to pay the standard rates for searches and copies.

La Paz County Courts Overview

The La Paz County courts page provides an overview of the court system including Superior Court and Justice Courts. This resource helps you understand which court handles which types of cases and where to go for different services.

The courts page lists contact information for different courts in the county. La Paz has Justice Courts in Parker, Quartzsite, and Salome. Each Justice Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic violations for its area. Bench warrants can come from any of these courts. If you had cases in multiple areas, you might need to check with each Justice Court separately to verify warrant status.

Superior Court handles all felony cases for the county. This is where serious criminal charges get prosecuted. Felony bench warrants are more serious than misdemeanor warrants because of the underlying charges. If you have a felony warrant, get legal help right away. An attorney can advise you on the best way to handle it and potentially arrange for voluntary surrender instead of unexpected arrest.

Justice Court Locations

La Paz County operates three Justice Courts. Parker Justice Court serves the county seat area. Quartzsite Justice Court handles cases in Quartzsite and surrounding areas. Phone for Quartzsite is 928-927-6313. Salome Justice Court serves the Salome area at 928-859-3871. Each court issues its own bench warrants for cases within its jurisdiction. These warrants authorize arrest just like Superior Court warrants. The main difference is the severity of the underlying charges. Justice Courts handle misdemeanors and traffic offenses. Superior Court handles felonies. Either way, a warrant is a warrant. Law enforcement will arrest you if they find an active warrant during any contact with you. Turning yourself in voluntarily usually leads to better outcomes than getting picked up during a traffic stop and spending time in jail before you can see a judge.

Justice Court hours and procedures vary by location. Some are open every day, others have limited schedules. Call ahead to find out when the court is open and what you need to bring if you're planning to resolve a warrant in person. Having your case number helps speed things up.

How Warrants Work

A bench warrant starts when you miss court or violate court orders. The judge signs the warrant. The Clerk or court staff enters it into the system. Law enforcement can see it right away. From that point forward, any cop who runs your name will find the warrant. Most people get picked up during traffic stops. Deputies pull you over for speeding or a broken taillight. They run your license. The warrant pops up. You get arrested on the spot.

Warrants don't go away. They stay active until the court recalls them or you resolve the underlying case. Years can pass and the warrant is still there. Older warrants sometimes get less priority for active pursuit, but they're still valid. If law enforcement encounters you, they'll arrest you no matter how old the warrant is.

Ignoring warrants makes things worse. Fees pile up. New charges can get added. Background checks show the warrant, which can cost you jobs or housing. The smart move is to deal with it as soon as you know it exists. Call the court. Find out your options. Get it resolved.

Statewide Warrant Searches

Arizona provides two free statewide warrant search tools. The Arizona DPS Warrant Search at https://www.azdps.gov/warrant-search lets you search by name and birth date. It pulls from the criminal justice database that law enforcement uses. The system shows up to five warrants if any are active. It's not real-time, so brand new warrants might not show immediately.

Arizona Public Access to Court Information at https://apps.azcourts.gov/publicaccess/caselookup.aspx covers 153+ courts including La Paz County courts. You can search by name, case number, or location. The system updates weekly and shows case information including active warrants. Both tools are free. They give you a starting point but don't replace direct contact with the court or sheriff's office for verification.

Clearing Bench Warrants

You clear a warrant by working with the court that issued it. Call the court. Tell them you have a warrant. Ask what to do. They'll explain your options. You might post bond. You might set a new court date. You might pay fines if that resolves the case.

Self-surrender is better than arrest. When you turn yourself in, you control when it happens. You can bring bail money. You can have family ready to help. The judge sees you're being responsible. That usually helps. If you wait until deputies pick you up, you sit in jail until transport to court. That could be days.

Hire a lawyer if possible. They can contact the court. They can file motions. They can arrange for appearance without arrest in some cases. Legal help costs money but can save you time in jail and potentially get better results in your case.